Downer T&i Cadet Program 2026

2 weeks ago

Underdale, Australia Downer Group Full time

Downer is committed to developing the next generation of industry leaders. Our Transport & Infrastructure Cadet Program offers a unique opportunity for first and second-year university students to gain hands-on experience while studying - working on real projects, building networks, and learning from industry experts.

**Program Highlights**
- Paid placement aligned to your degree.
- Structured rotations across multiple teams.
- Full-time summer work, with optional casual work during semesters.
- Mentorship from experienced professionals.
- Opportunities across Australia.

**What You’ll Do**

Over the course of the program (typically three years), you’ll complete structured placements across areas such as:

- Onsite contracting projects with delivery crews.
- Project engineering and management.
- Contract and commercial management.
- Asphalt production.
- Major infrastructure projects (e.g., airports).
- Laboratory testing and innovation.
- Finance and business operations.

**Program Eligibility**

You are eligible for the Cadet program if you have working rights in Australia and are enrolled in your first or second year of an undergraduate degree, studying in discipline of **Civil Engineering.**

You must be available on the 27th and 28th November 2025 for Cadet Induction and available for full time work from the induction days through to late February 2026 prior to the recommencement of university semester.

Note: subsequent years of the Cadet Program you will be required to be available for full time work for the same period (i.e late November to late February).

**Key Dates**
- Cadet Induction: Thursday 27 and Friday 28 November 2025 (mandatory).
- Applications close: Friday 10 October 2025.
- Full-time summer work: Late November 2025 to Late February 2026.

**Who We’re Looking For**

We’re looking for students who are:

- Creative problem solvers.
- Strong communicators.
- Self-aware and open to feedback.
- Resilient and adaptable.
- Team-oriented and collaborative.
- Organised and curious.

**How to Apply**
- Participating in interviews (video and face-to-face).
- Provide university transcripts.
- Complete a pre-employment medical.
- Share professional references.

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